Traces of Teddy
Lips Lyrics


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Traces of Teddy are running through my brain.
Running and running and running 'til I go insane.
I try to fight the feeling, but that just makes it worse.
If I continue on like this then I will end up in a hearse.

Chorus

He doesn't care who I am, he only wants to be with her.
Why do I bother? It's clear that I'm wasting my time.
I try to make him see how cool it is to be with me,
but he doesn't notice, I don't think that he ever will.

Traces of Teddy are haunting all my dreams.
Honestly, I would appreciate a minute's peace.
I see his name all around me, it's getting quite intense.
Somebody up there is having laughs at my expense.

Chorus





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Overall Meaning

In "Traces of Teddy" by Lips, the lyrics delve into the singer's obsession with someone named Teddy. The traces of Teddy are running through their brain, causing them to feel overwhelmed and on the brink of insanity. Despite their efforts to fight the feeling, it only exacerbates their obsession. The singer fears that if they continue down this path, it will eventually lead to their demise.


The chorus highlights the singer's frustration and realization that Teddy doesn't care about who they are, but only wants to be with someone else. This knowledge makes the singer question why they bother trying to get Teddy's attention when it is clear that their efforts are in vain. They attempt to show Teddy how great it would be to be with them, but it seems like Teddy remains oblivious to their existence.


As the song progresses, the traces of Teddy start haunting the singer's dreams, leaving them craving a moment of peace. They constantly encounter Teddy's name everywhere they turn, intensifying the obsession even further. The singer suspects that someone or something is toying with them, finding amusement in their torment.


Overall, "Traces of Teddy" explores the theme of unrequited love and the maddening effects it can have on a person's mind. The lyrics capture the despair, frustration, and longing of someone who cannot break free from their obsessive feelings towards someone who doesn't reciprocate.


Line by Line Meaning

Traces of Teddy are running through my brain.
I can't stop thinking about Teddy, his presence is constantly on my mind.


Running and running and running 'til I go insane.
The thoughts of Teddy keep racing in my head, driving me to the point of madness.


I try to fight the feeling, but that just makes it worse.
Attempting to resist these emotions only intensifies them.


If I continue on like this then I will end up in a hearse.
If I don't find a way to overcome these thoughts, it will lead to my own destruction.


He doesn't care who I am, he only wants to be with her.
Teddy has no interest in me, his sole focus is being with someone else.


Why do I bother? It's clear that I'm wasting my time.
I question why I even put any effort into pursuing Teddy, as it's evident that I am just wasting my precious time.


I try to make him see how cool it is to be with me,
I attempt to show Teddy the amazing qualities and experiences he would have if he chose to be with me,


but he doesn't notice, I don't think that he ever will.
Unfortunately, Teddy seems completely oblivious to my efforts and I doubt he will ever truly notice or appreciate me.


Traces of Teddy are haunting all my dreams.
Even in my dreams, Teddy's presence lingers and affects me deeply.


Honestly, I would appreciate a minute's peace.
At this point, all I wish for is a brief period of tranquility without Teddy invading my thoughts.


I see his name all around me, it's getting quite intense.
Everywhere I turn, I am reminded of Teddy's existence, which is becoming increasingly overwhelming.


Somebody up there is having laughs at my expense.
It feels as if the universe is mocking me, finding amusement in my struggles and heartache over Teddy.


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Repeatedly calling out Teddy's name emphasizes the strong hold his presence has on me.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: James Fenimore Ikner, Stephanie Kate Brown

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